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Data Center Signal is tracking 8 clips about Menlo Digital data center developments across 3 states, including AZ, VA, IL.

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Data Centers Are Popping Up Everywhere In Chicago. Here's Where — And Why They're Controversial
News ClipBlock Club Chicago·Chicago, Cook County, IL

Data Centers Are Popping Up Everywhere In Chicago. Here's Where — And Why They're Controversial

Chicago is rapidly becoming a major hub for data center development, but this growth is sparking controversy due to concerns over high electricity and water consumption, noise, and tax incentives. Mayor Brandon Johnson has issued an executive order imposing new rules and reviews on data centers, while the state of Illinois is also considering regulations and recently paused tax incentives. Opposition is forming against some proposed projects.

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8/12/2026
Ahwatukee neighbors calling for stronger regulations on data center under construction
News Clip2:20ABC15 Arizona·Ahwatukee, AZ

Ahwatukee neighbors calling for stronger regulations on data center under construction

Residents in Ahwatukee are protesting the construction of a new Menlo Digital data center, citing concerns about light, noise, traffic, and water usage. They are calling for stronger regulations from the City of Phoenix, which has enacted tighter rules for data centers starting in 2025, though this project was approved under older zoning ordinances. The City of Phoenix has acknowledged the concerns and plans to evaluate its City Code for future developments.

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8/4/2026
Ahwatukee residents push back against data center project
News Clip3:1612 News·Ahwatukee, Maricopa County, AZ

Ahwatukee residents push back against data center project

Ahwatukee residents are pushing back against the Menlo Digital Data Center construction, citing noise, dust, and concerns about environmental impact, property value, and constant hum once operational. The city of Phoenix confirms the area is zoned for data centers and the company has received necessary permits, indicating the project will likely proceed despite community opposition.

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7/30/2026
‘I had no clue’: Petersburg council members say they were in the dark about data centers revealed in BizSense report
News ClipRichmond BizSense·Petersburg, Dinwiddie County, VA

‘I had no clue’: Petersburg council members say they were in the dark about data centers revealed in BizSense report

Petersburg city council members and the mayor claim they were unaware of three additional data center projects revealed in a local news report, sparking calls for better communication from city administration. The lack of awareness is partly attributed to a recent zoning code amendment that allows data centers as a by-right use in industrial districts, circumventing council approvals and public hearings for some projects.

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7/29/2026
Documents reveal details on several data center projects in Petersburg’s pipeline
News ClipRichmond BizSense·Petersburg, Dinwiddie County, VA

Documents reveal details on several data center projects in Petersburg’s pipeline

Petersburg, Virginia has at least four data center projects in the pipeline from developers NuVu Real Estate, Menlo Digital, Wagner Properties, and Warrenton Group. NuVu and Wagner Properties have secured site plan approvals, while Menlo Digital and Warrenton Group's projects are still undergoing various approval stages. The city recently amended its zoning code to permit data centers by-right in certain industrial zones.

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7/21/2026
Ahwatukee residents push back on proposed 38-acre Menlo Digital data center
News ClipFOX 10 Phoenix·Phoenix, Maricopa County, AZ

Ahwatukee residents push back on proposed 38-acre Menlo Digital data center

Ahwatukee residents are opposing a proposed 38-acre Menlo Digital data center campus in Phoenix due to concerns about noise, heat, and air quality impacts. The Phoenix City Council recently approved removing easements, a step towards development, but residents are demanding a proper zoning meeting to reconsider the project's placement.

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7/10/2026